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Rutledge Hall Elem School

Elementary School · Lincolnwood SD 74

6850 N East Prairie Rd, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

6.9

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,317 of 3,813

In Lincolnwood

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Lincolnwood SD 74

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Rutledge Hall Elem School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Lincolnwood · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lincoln Hall Middle School

7.5/10

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7.9/10

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About Rutledge Hall Elem School

Rutledge Hall Elem School is a public elementary school in Lincolnwood, IL, part of Lincolnwood SD 74. Rutledge Hall Elem School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Rutledge Hall Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,317 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Rutledge Hall Elem School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.4
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,278
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Rutledge Hall Elem School — Students at Rutledge Hall Elem School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
ELA
47%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Rutledge Hall Elem School Compares

See how Rutledge Hall Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
66th percentile in IL
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

6850 N East Prairie Rd, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rutledge Hall Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Decatur Classical Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Prairie Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Skokie), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elizabeth Meyer School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Skokie), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincolnwood, see our Lincolnwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Hall Middle School Lincolnwood 0.1 mi 7.5
Todd Hall Elem School Lincolnwood 0.1 mi 7.9
YESHIVAS MEOR HATORAH OF CHICAGO Chicago 0.7 mi 5.7
ALL ABOARD LEARNING EXPRESS Chicago 0.7 mi
Solomon Elem School Chicago 0.8 mi 8.3
East Prairie Elem School Skokie 0.9 mi 8.6
YESHIVA GEDOLA OF THE MIDWEST/YESHIVA EITZ CHAIM Chicago 1.0 mi 5.8
CICS - Northtown Campus Chicago 1.0 mi 7.3
KNAPP SCHOOL AND YESHIVA Chicago 0.9 mi 7.7
ICC FULL TIME SCHOOL Chicago 1.3 mi 6.7
ICC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.3 mi 8.4
West Ridge Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 7.7
John Middleton Elem School Skokie 1.5 mi 8.1
Oliver McCracken Middle School Skokie 1.5 mi 8.1
Decatur Classical Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 9.7
JOAN DACHS BAIS YAAKOV ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chicago 1.3 mi 5.5
LUBAVITCH GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 7.5
HANNA SACKS BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Chicago 1.2 mi 7.2
Elizabeth Meyer School Skokie 1.6 mi 8.5
SAUGANASH MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chicago 1.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,950

Median Home Value

$475,400

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

13,179

College Educated

56.8%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CICS - Washington Pk Campus Chicago, IL 6.9
East Side Elementary School Mc Leansboro, IL 6.9
Fairview Elem School Normal, IL 6.9
Greenwood Elem School Waukegan, IL 6.9
HOLY ANGELS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Aurora, IL 6.9
Herman E Dummer Sandwich, IL 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rutledge Hall Elem School

What grades does Rutledge Hall Elem School serve?

Rutledge Hall Elem School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Rutledge Hall Elem School?

Rutledge Hall Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rutledge Hall Elem School?

The student-teacher ratio at Rutledge Hall Elem School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rutledge Hall Elem School rank in IL?

Rutledge Hall Elem School ranks #1,317 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Rutledge Hall Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Rutledge Hall Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Rutledge Hall Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rutledge Hall Elem School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Rutledge Hall Elem School a charter school?

No, Rutledge Hall Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rutledge Hall Elem School a Title I school?

No, Rutledge Hall Elem School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

District

Lincolnwood SD 74
District Enrollment
1,219
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,278
District Rank
#3 of 3

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